As city skylines obscure and angularise the contours of the sky, starlights become harder to see. Since ancient times, stars have guided humanity, serving as both navigational markers and symbols of our hope and aspiration. Today, these celestial motifs remain woven into the fabric of everyday life—be it in striving for academic accolades, savouring Michelin-starred cuisine, or seeking esoteric guidance in astrological signs. All of these reflect a shared human focus on hope.

Curated by Frank Lam, “The Orbit of Hope” is the debut exhibition for WMA’s biennial theme, “Hope”. Showcasing works by four Hong Kong artists—Jess Lau Ching-wa, Rocco Sung, Simon Wan, and Jil Wong—the exhibition explores the symbolic significance of stars and the distance between individuals and their hopes. Drawing on Newton’s law of universal gravitation, the show likens the dynamic between humanity and hope to invisible forces that pull us forward, guiding us along the trajectory of aspiration.

The exhibition opens at 6pm on Thursday, 18 September. Please RSVP!

Gallery address: 16/F, Chun Wo Commercial Centre, 23-29 Wing Wo Street, Central